Sterntaler sleeping bags offer babies and toddlers a perfect sleeping environment – so your little one is always warm and safely wrapped up at night. Sleeping bags also ensure optimal body temperature and provide protection against Overheating or Cooling down. The optimized temperature regulation of our sleeping bags makes your child feel safe and secure. Unlike a blanket, a sleeping bag cannot slip over the head, allowing your child to breathe freely. Comfortably warm, safe, and secure – these Sleeping comfort We offer our little ones this with our Sterntaler sleeping bags. For a peaceful sleep and a feeling of security.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about baby sleeping bags
We answer the most important questions about our baby sleeping bags:
Why should babies sleep in a sleeping bag?
A sleeping bag is a basic piece of equipment for newborns. While sleeping, babies like to kick and roll around in bed. A sleeping bag always stays in place and still offers plenty of freedom of movementIt surrounds your little one with cozy warmth and their little legs and feet are always well wrapped up. Sleeping bags also ensure optimal body temperature and provide protection against Overheating or Cooling down.
Which baby sleeping bag size is right for my child?
Detailed information on the right size can be found in our guide to “Baby sleeping bag size”. However, you can use the following formulas to roughly determine the correct sleeping bag size in two different forms:
- pear-shaped sleeping bag: Shoulder height + 10 cm = guideline for the sleeping bag length
- Sleeping bag with feet: Body height – head length = suitable sleeping bag size
Also important are a matching neckline and armhole and a close-fitting cut. The motto is: Grow out, not grow into!
Which sleeping bag is recommended at which temperature?
At Sterntaler we offer you different sleeping bag shapes with different TOG values: The TOG value Describes the thermal resistance of textiles: The higher the TOG value, the warmer the sleeping bag. This means that each sleeping bag is suitable for different room temperatures and seasons.
These are our Sleeping bag recommendations for different temperatures:
- Sleeping bags for summer temperatures: 0.5–1.5 TOG
- Sleeping bags for winter temperatures: 2–3.5 TOG
Of course, temperatures can vary considerably during different seasons – so simply test which sleeping bag is comfortable for your little one.
Baby sleeping bag with or without sleeves – which is better?
We present both sleeping bag variants and their features and advantages:
Intactable content
Sleeping bag without sleeves
A sleeveless sleeping bag regulates the temperature optimally and provides reliable warmth throughout the night: your little one will sleep warm and safe in it.
Sleeping bag with sleeves
A sleeping bag with sleeves is also versatile: In winter, the padded sleeves ensure your baby's arms don't get cold. In the transitional seasons, you can easily remove them thanks to a Velcro fastener.
However, the thickness of the sleeping bag and the little one's clothing are crucial. In addition to the room temperature, you should also always consider your child's body temperature and warmth sensitivity to choose the optimal sleeping bag. If it gets too cold, you can simply dress your child in something warmer underneath the sleeping bag. We advise you on what your little one should wear under the sleeping bag on our "Baby sleeping bag – what underneath?”.
Frequent questions about the sleeping bag
How many baby sleeping bags do you need ?
It is advisable to always have two baby sleeping bags of the same size and with the same TOG value This way, a sleeping bag can be easily washed as needed without compromising your child's sleeping comfort.
What do you pull under the baby sleeping bag ?
A body temperature of 36.5 to 37.5°C is normal for babies. However, temperature perception varies from child to child:
Therefore, it's best to check your baby's body temperature in the sleeping bag by touching the back of the neck. Whether a light bodysuit, pajamas, or perhaps just a diaper is sufficient depends primarily on the room temperature and the type of sleeping bag your little one sleeps in.
Sleeping bag with or without feet - what is better ?
Conventional pear-shaped baby sleeping bags are ideal if your child cannot walk yet, but your little one still sufficient freedom of movement while sleeping. In a Sleeping bag without feet It can kick to its heart's content and still sleep warm and safe.
Sleeping bags with feet become interesting for your child as soon as mobile This allows the child to follow the evening routine independently or go to bed with their parents at night without the risk of tripping.
Until when do babies sleep in a sleeping bag ?
According to experts, a baby sleeping bag is absolutely necessary during the first year of a child's life. However, if your child enjoys sleeping in a sleeping bag beyond this period, the baby sleeping bag can, of course, be continued to be used. From the family nurse and Sleeping bag expert Tina Rapp you can find out more about our Sterntaler sleeping bag concept experience!
We offer Sterntaler sleeping bags
- up to size 110 (for a body length of 98 to 116 cm),
- so that children aged 3 to 6 years can also sleep in it.
How to use a Sterntaler sleeping bag correctly:
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Make sure you buy the right sleeping bag size.
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Wash the sleeping bag before first use.
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If the sleeping bag is damaged, it must no longer be used for sleeping.
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Pear-shaped sleeping bags should not be used once the child is able to climb out of bed on their own.
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Do not use the sleeping bag in combination with other bedding, such as a blanket.
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Magazine contribution “Baby sleeping bag - what underneath ?”Make sure your child doesn't get too warm in their sleeping bag, and keep an eye on the room temperature and the child's sleepwear. Overheating can be life-threatening.
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If the sleeping bag zipper is closed and the child's head slips through the neck opening, the sleeping bag is too big and must not be used.
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Always make sure that armholes and necklines are securely closed.
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Keep the sleeping bag away from fire.
